South East Central Railway (SECR) announced a major disruption in train services across Chhattisgarh from June 7 to June 19, 2026. This is due to the installation of modern signaling and line connectivity at Champa station under the Bilaspur-Jharsuguda fourth railway line project. More than 70 trains will be cancelled, diverted, or short-terminated during this period.
Which trains are affected and what are the changes
The disruption will impact passengers traveling to West Bengal, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Rajasthan. High-priority trains like Duronto Express, Jnaneswari Express, Howrah-Pune Express, and Bhubaneswar-LTT Express will be diverted via the Raipur-Titlagarh route. Other trains such as Tatanagar-Bilaspur Express and Durg-Ara South Bihar Express will remain cancelled.
| Train/Project Detail | Impact/Status |
|---|---|
| Total Trains Affected | 70+ (Cancelled/Diverted) |
| Affected Period | June 7 to June 19, 2026 |
| Key Diverted Route | Raipur-Titlagarh |
| Project Length | 206 km (180 km completed) |
| Primary Location | Champa Station (Bilaspur Division) |
| Special Arrangement | Hasdeo Express to run as passenger service (Korba-Bilaspur) |
Why is this work being done at Champa station
Railway officials stated that the installation of non-interconnectivity and auto-signaling systems is necessary to link the fourth line to the main network. This project aims to increase train speed, improve punctuality, and expand passenger facilities in the future. Passengers are advised to check their train status before starting their journey to avoid inconvenience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which dates will the train services be affected in Chhattisgarh?
The rail traffic will be affected from June 7 to June 19, 2026, due to work at Champa station.
Which VIP trains are being diverted?
Duronto Express, Jnaneswari Express, Howrah-Pune Express, and Bhubaneswar-LTT Express will be diverted via the Raipur-Titlagarh route.